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WCA #526 with Adam Haggar – Los Angeles Life, New Jersey Living, The Importance Of Networking, Maintaining High Standards, and a Passion For Music
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes mastering engineer Adam Haggar who has worked with Migos, Belinda Carlisle, and The Antlers.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Adam's Journey In The Audio Industry
Different Cities, Studios, And Roles Within The Music Industry
His Approach To Mastering And Building His Business
The Importance Of Networking
Challenges Of Maintaining High Standards In A Competitive Industry
Value Of Staying Connected To One's Passion For Music
Links and Show Notes:
Adam s Site
Matt's Rant: Los Angeles
Credits:
Guest: Adam Haggar
Host/Engineer/Producer/Editor: Matt Boudreau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
The Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #525 with The Pellicci Brothers – Shared Commitment, Creative Collaboration, Cultural Influence, Literal Creativity, and Burlap
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back the Pellicci Brothers, Jay and Ian, who appeared originally on WCA #054. They have worked with Deerhoof, John Vanderslice, Sleater-Kinney, and the Magnetic Fields.They currently run Brothers (Chinese) Recording in the Bay Area.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Challenges in Naming
Unintentional Uniformity
Studio History
Literal Creativity
Creative Decision Making
Not Planning
Studio Projects
Burlap
Links and Show Notes:
Brothers (Chinese) Recording
WCA #057 with The Pellicci Brothers
Matt's Rant: Identity
Credits:
Guest: The Pellicci Brothers
Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
The Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #524 with Michael Romanowski – Immersive Audio, Critical Listening, Value Of Community, and The Dangers of Comparison
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes back Grammy Winning mastering engineer, Michael Romanowski. Michael’s extensive credits include Alicia Keys, Bonnie Raitt, Lyle, Lovett, Earth Wind & Fire, Kane Brown, and the Grateful Dead.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Studio Acoustics
Immersive Audio Advocacy
Future Of Immersive Audio
Value Of Community Collaboration
Critical Listening Skills
Balancing Artistic Vision With Label Demands
Bass Management Challenges In Immersive Audio
Consumer Perceptions Of Immersive Audio
Role Of VR And AR In Audio Localization
The Dangers of Comparison
Links and Show Notes:
Michael's Studio
Michael on WCA #309
Matt's Rant: Year End Review
Credits:
Guest: Michael Romanowski
Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
The Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #523 with Lizzie Westsmith – Role of a Monitor Engineer, Touring Life Balance, Community, and 924 Gilman Influence
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes monitor engineer Lizzie Westsmith who has worked for numerous bands and sound companies including Rancid, Ice Spice, Rat Sound and Coachella. Lizzie shares her journey from discovering her love for audio at Berkeley's iconic Gilman Street to navigating the challenges of the live production industry.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Role of a Monitor Engineer
Maintaining Personal Balance
924 Gilman Influence
Addiction and Recovery
Rate Transparency
Touring Life Balance
Systems Engineering Goals
Financial Management Strategies
Community and Respect
Links and Show Notes:
Lizzie on Instagram
Matt's Rant: Parlay, Pivot and Change Course
Credits:
Guest: Lizzie Westsmith
Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
The Voice: Chuck Smith
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WCA #522 with Ed Donnelly – Independent Mindset, Live Recording, Indie Bands, Immersive Audio and Inspiration
In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Producer/Engineer Ed Donnelly, who has worked with Willie Nelson, Zac Brown, Old 97s, Son Volt, Del McCoury, Nathan Jacques, Lorin Hart, Cole Gallagher, The Lonesome Captain, Trent Summar & The New Row Mob
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Musical Journey and Career
Live Event Recording Journey
Journey From Performer to Producer
Independent Artist Budget Challenges
Managing Budgets in Independent Bands
Music Industry Evolution and Strategy
Inspiration and Approaches in Work
Independent Artists and Audio Professionals
Immersive Audio Formats and Music
Links and Show Notes:
Ed's Studio
Matt's Rant: Revisiting Community
Credits:
Guest: Ed Donnelly
Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau
Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau
WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell
The Voice: Chuck Smith
Peel back the glamour of the professional recording world. Guests from the world of audio for music, film, games, restoration, and more share their insights on how they made their journey, how they survive, their advice on the real things including wins, losses, working with other people, money, and career advice.
Hosted by audio engineer Matt Boudreau.
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